Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) vs Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) | Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 825 GB | 2048 GB |
| VR support | true | false |
Between the PlayStation 5 (Launch) and Xbox Series X 2TB, the PlayStation 5 (Launch) comes out ahead in vr support, while the Xbox Series X 2TB wins on storage. Overall, the PlayStation 5 (Launch) scores 71.1 and the Xbox Series X 2TB scores 81 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Xbox Series X 2TB is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 9.9 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the PlayStation 5 (Launch) if you care most about vr support. The biggest gaps in its favor are vr support. The single most decisive one: Has VR support.
Pick the Xbox Series X 2TB if you care most about storage. Its strongest claims are storage. The single most decisive one: Storage — 148.24% more. 2048 GB vs 825 GB.
Both ship with comparable ram, max resolution, max refresh, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Xbox Series X 2TB is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) or Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB?
Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB leads the current Mars Score by 9.9 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare storage against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) if…
Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) has the measurable edge on has vr support.
Choose Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB if…
Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB has the measurable edge on storage gb.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) wins
- ▲Has VR support.
Why Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB wins
- ▲Storage — 148.24% more. 2048 GB vs 825 GB.
Spec comparison
Performance
| Spec | Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) | Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Zen 2 8-core | AMD Zen 2 8-core |
| GPU | AMD RDNA 2 (10.3 TFLOPS) | AMD RDNA 2 (12 TFLOPS) |
| RAMⓘ | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max resolution | 8K | 8K |
| Max refreshⓘ | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Ray tracing | true | true |
| VRRⓘ | true | true |
Storage
| Spec | Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) | Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Storageⓘ | 825 GB | 2048 GBlead |
| Storage typeⓘ | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Expandable storageⓘ | true | true |
Design & I/O
| Spec | Sony - PlayStation 5 (Launch) | Microsoft - Xbox Series X 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Disc drive | true | true |
| HDMIⓘ | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB ports | 4lead | 3 |
| Weight | 4.5 kg | 4.45 kglead |
| VR support | truelead | false |
Frequently asked
Does PlayStation 5 (Launch) or Xbox Series X 2TB have a disc drive?+
Both have disc drives.
Which has more storage, PlayStation 5 (Launch) or Xbox Series X 2TB?+
Xbox Series X 2TB ships with 2048GB of NVMe SSD.
Which supports higher refresh rates, PlayStation 5 (Launch) or Xbox Series X 2TB?+
Xbox Series X 2TB supports up to 120Hz vs 120Hz.